Chapter 124 An Outburst

• Lucia’s pov
• The delicate lace of the gown I had chosen clung to my curves, its deep crimson hue contrasting sharply with the pale tone of my skin. The plunging neckline and high slit were intended to arouse desire—a weapon I used with precision.
• I adjusted the necklace around my throat, its sharp edges a reminder of the underlying reason for my performance. My body was an instrument, my beauty a shield, and my mind the blade I would use to cut Jason down.